Ascent Blog

What is FAFSA and how does it work?
Feb 18, 2025 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Cosigners, For High School Students, For Students
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a form current and future students need to fill out to… Read More
Ascent Completes First Ever Public Securitization of Career Education Consumer Loans
Sep 17, 2024 | By: Ascent
Category: News
SAN DIEGO, Sept. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Ascent, a leading provider of innovative financial products and student support services, enabling students to access… Read More
How to Help Your Child Plan for College (and the Cost)
Jun 05, 2025 | By: Ascent
Category: Uncategorized
Preparing for college is a big deal for students and parents alike. You want your child to have a bright… Read More
Webinar Recap: Mastering College Costs 
Aug 19, 2024 | By: Ascent
Category: Uncategorized
Navigating the financial landscape of higher education can be daunting, but understanding your options and planning ahead can make a… Read More
How Much College Aid Are Students Missing Out On?
How Much College Aid Are Students Leaving on the Table? (And How to Get It) In the 2023-2024 academic year,… Read More
4 Ways Parents Can Help Young Adults Avoid Overpaying for College
Sending your child to college is a major milestone, and one that can have a big impact on your family’s… Read More
Webinar Recap: Cracking the Code on Scholarships
As the cost of education increases, scholarships have become a lifeline for countless students looking to pursue their academic dreams.… Read More
Leading Education Finance Company Wins Industry Awards
Jul 10, 2024 | By: Ascent
Category: In the Press
SAN DIEGO, July 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Ascent, a leading provider of innovative financial products and student support services that enable more students… Read More
NASFAA 2024: Key Takeaways, Inspiring Moments and Insights!
Jul 09, 2024 | By: Ascent
Category: For Schools
Kumba McGill, Ascent’s Relationship Manager, recently attended the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA) Conference in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.… Read More
Education Finance Leader Delivers Resource in Response to Ongoing FAFSA® Issues
Jul 26, 2024 | By: Ascent
Category: In the Press
SAN DIEGO, June 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Ascent is committed to helping students plan, pay and succeed throughout their education and is proud… Read More